Registration in Hesperia
The California State requires that all citizens register their vehicle at the DMV office near their homes. All drivers will be requested to update their personal information and current state of the vehicle at every moment, this process will save time and effort when dealing with any issue that may arise. Depending on the type of vehicle registration the driver needs, a fee will have to be paid in order to complete the transaction.
The information and documents required for the registration of regular vehicles and motorcycles will be found in the following paragraphs. In the case you need to register a vessel or a special vehicle, please visit the official DMV website to be sure you have all the paperwork you need for your kind of vehicle.
New registration in Hesperia
When purchasing a new vehicle at the dealership, it can happen that half of the Registration procedure has been made for you for the dealer (if they have the authorization to proceed with it). If that is not your case, you will have to do the Registration yourself.
New Vehicle: You will have to bring a Application for Title or Registration (REG 343) form.
Used Vehicle: the California Certificate of Title will be requested (if the vehicle is registered in another State, an out-of-state title will be necessary).
The Certificate of Title must be signed up for both parts (The seller and by yourself).
Title transfer fees receipt.
Depending on the different kind of vehicle you want to register, some other legal forms or certificates will be necessary. Before making your appointment, please check the DMV portal to verify the necessary paperwork.
Registration of an used vehicle in Hesperia
If you purchased your vehicle from another person you, as the buyer, will have 10 days to register the new vehicle title at the DMV. This transaction is under the name: “Private party purchase Registration”. The seller of the vehicle on the other hand, will have 5 days to notify the transfer of the vehicle’s title to the DMV.
If you have bought a vehicle from another person, you will have to notify the DMv about the new Title of the Vehicle:
- The buyer will have 10 days to register the new vehicle under his/her name at the DMV.
- On the other hand, the seller of the vehicle will have 5 days to notify the transfer of the vehicle’s title to the DMV.
To be able to change the ownership of the vehicle, the following paperwork will be necessary:
- The Vehicle’s Title, or as regularly called: “Pink Slip”
- The Bill of Sale
- The Vehicle’s record of odometer mileage
- The Smog certificate of the Vehicle
- The Applicable fees
This transaction can be made in person making an appointment to the DMV, or by regular mail.
Depending on the kind of vehicle you want to register, there may be different documentation required. Please check the official DMV website to assure you have the correct documentation before making your appointment.
Motorcycles in Hesperia
It is necessary to register at the DMV any kind of motorcycle vehicle you have purchased or have been given. To proceed with this, you will be demanded of the following documents:
- The California Certificate of Title of the motorcycle
- Insurance Certificate
- Your current California Motorcycle license
- Fees receipt.
All riders with at least 16 years, or older, and in possession of a valid driver's license are allowed to drive a motorized scooter in public streets (any vehicle that contains 2 wheels, a motor, handlebars, and a floorboard where you can stand on while riding it). This type of vehicle does not require any registration. In this case, helmets are mandatory.
All motorized scooters (any vehicle that contains 2 wheels, a motor, handlebars, and a floorboard where you can stand on while riding it) will be allowed to be used in public streets and will not require any registration. All riders must be at least 16 years or older, and be in possession of a valid driver's license. In this case, helmets are mandatory.
Special Vehicles in Hesperia
There may be different requirements for special vehicles. In this case, you will need to check the DMV official website in order to register the following vehicles:
All of these vehicles may have different requirements to process with its registration. If this is your case, please check the DMV official website before making your appointment.
Registration renewal in Hesperia
If you need to renew your vehicle's registration you can do it using the different DMV tools at your disposal: by phone, online, at the kiosk or by regular mail.
First of all, you have to be sure you are in possession of:
- The license plate number
- Your VIN (Vehicle identification Number), or the HIN (Hull identification number)
- The renewal notice with your current address
In the case you already count with this 3, you can use any of the Kiosk stations to complete your self- service renewal.
To be able to complete the “self-service renewal” bear in mind that a series of requirements will be demanded, so If you already count with these 3, you can use any of the Kiosk stations and proceed with your self- service renewal.
Bear in mind that when a renewal of your vehicle's registration is needed, you can proceed using the different DMV tools at your disposal: by phone, online, at the kiosk or by regular mail.
Replacement of your registration card in Hesperia
If your registration card has been lost, damaged or stolen, you will need to request a replacement to the DMV. To be able to proceed with this transaction you can use the different DMV tools at your disposal:
- Submit an online application
- Visit your local DMV office and the Kiosk
- Or to do it in person.
The DMV facilitates the payment of the applicable fee by the online tool, or by mail to the address: Department of Motor Vehicles - Registration Operations - PO Box 942869 - Sacramento, California 94269-0001.
Registration fees in Hesperia
The range of the DMV Registration fees are between 20$ and 70$ approximately. And the DMV offers the chance to calculate them through their official website calculator.
There are different factors that can influence and change this fee figure, (like if you have had any traffic infractions, unpaid parking tickets, or violations to the Federal circulation laws) .All registration fees will basically be based on the type of vehicle, its price and the city you are living in, plus the before mentioned (if it applies).
This website is privately owned and is not affiliated with the DMV (State of California Department of Motor and Vehicles). Remember that we are never going to solicit any personal information, ID or credentials. Official California DMV website: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/
